Qualification Specification Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) Qualification Number: 603/1289/0 Version 1.4 June 2017 Copyright 2017. HABC Ltd. All rights reserved Highfield House, Heavens Walk, Lakeside, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 5HZ, United Kingdom Tel +44 08452260350 Tel +44 01302363277 Fax +44 08452260360 Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) V1.4 1
Contents Introduction... 3 Qualification regulation and support... 3 Key facts... 3 Qualification overview and objective... 3 Entry requirements... 3 Geographical coverage... 3 Centre requirements... 4 Tutor requirements... 5 Reasonable adjustments and special considerations... 5 ID requirements... 5 Progression opportunities... 6 Useful websites... 6 Recommended training materials... 6 Appendix 1: Qualification structure... 7 Appendix 2: All Units... 8 Appendix 3: Sample Assessment Material... 10 Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) V1.4 2
Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) Introduction This qualification specification is designed to outline all you need to know to offer this qualification at your centre. If you have any further questions, please contact your account manager Qualification regulation and support The Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) has been developed and is awarded by Highfield Qualifications and sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The RQF is a qualification framework regulated by Ofqual and CCEA Regulation. It is also suitable for delivery in Wales and is regulated by Qualifications Wales. Key facts Qualification Number: 603/1289/0 Learning Aim Reference: 60312890 Credit Value: 1 Assessment Method: Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 6 Total Qualification Time (TQT): 10 Qualification overview and objective Multiple Choice Question Examination This qualification is designed to provide learners with knowledge of the basic health and safety practices essential in the workplace. The objective of the qualification is to: prepare learners to progress into further/higher level training Support a role in the workplace The qualification provides learners with an understanding in the responsibilities of employers and employees, the benefits of good health and safety, steps to a risk assessment and how they can reduce accidents, near misses and ill-health, typical hazards and controls in a workplace, common causes of accidents, near misses and ill-health, emergency procedures and the importance of recording accidents, near misses and ill-health Entry requirements To register for this qualification, learners are required to meet the following entry requirements: be 14 years of age or above Geographical coverage This qualification is suitable for delivery in England, Wales and Northern Ireland Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) V1.4 3
Centre requirements To effectively deliver and assess this qualification, centres must have the following resources in place: e.g. classroom with suitable seating and desks high quality teaching and learning resources Guidance on delivery The total qualification time for this qualification is 10 hours and of this 6 hours is recommended as guided learning hours. TQT is an estimate of the total number of hours it would take an average learner to achieve and demonstrate the necessary level of attainment to be awarded with a qualification, both under direct supervision (forming Guided Learning Hours) and without supervision (all other time). TQT and GLH values are advisory and assigned to a qualification as guidance. This qualification will usually be delivered in a classroom environment, however, if it is delivered via e-learning or a blended learning approach then GLH would be adjusted accordingly Guidance on assessment The qualification is assessed through a multiple-choice question (MCQ) examination. This method of assessment is an end-of-course exam and must follow the Highfield Qualifications Examination and Invigilation Procedures. The examination for this qualification contains 20 questions that must be completed within 45 minutes. Successful learners will have to demonstrate knowledge and understanding across the qualification syllabus and achieve a minimum pass mark of 60%. Completed examination papers should be returned to Highfield Qualifications for marking. Results will then be provided to the centre afterwards. Centres must take all reasonable steps to avoid any part of the assessment of a learner (including any internal quality assurance and invigilation) being undertaken by any person who has a personal interest in the result of the assessment. Recognition of prior learning (RPL) Centres may apply to use recognition of prior learning or prior achievement to reduce the amount of time spent in preparing the learner for assessment. For further information on how centres can apply to use RPL as described above, please refer to the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy in the members area of the Highfield Qualifications website. This policy should be read in conjunction with this specification and all other relevant Highfield Qualifications documentation. Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) V1.4 4
Tutor requirements Highfield Qualifications recommend that nominated tutors for this qualification meet the following standards: hold a relevant subject area qualification, which could include any of the following: IOSH Managing Safely Level 3 or 4 qualification in health and safety or equivalent; NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health or above; HNC/D in a related subject; or Proof of at least 30 hours delivery of health and safety hold a recognised teaching qualification, which could include any of the following: HABC Level 3 International Award in Delivering Training Level 3 Award in Education and Training, or equivalent Certificate in Education or above; Level 3 NVQ in training and/or development or above; or Proof of at least 30 hours of training in any subject maintain appropriate continued professional development for the subject area Reasonable adjustments and special considerations Highfield Qualifications has measures in place for learners who require additional support. Please refer to the Highfield Qualifications Reasonable Adjustments Policy for further information/guidance. ID requirements It is the responsibility of the centre to have systems in place to ensure that the person taking an assessment is indeed the person they are claiming to be. All centres are therefore required to ensure that each learner s identification is checked before they undertake the assessment. Highfield Qualifications recommends the following as proof of a learner s identity: a valid passport (any nationality) a signed UK photocard driving licence a valid warrant card issued by HM forces or the police another photographic ID card, e.g. employee ID card, student ID card, travel card etc. If a learner is unable to produce any of the forms of photographic identification listed above, a centre may accept another form of identification containing a signature, for example, a credit card. Identification by a third-party representative, such as a line manager, human resources manager or invigilator, will also be accepted. For more information on learner ID requirements, please refer to the Highfield Qualifications Core Manual. Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) V1.4 5
Progression opportunities Upon successful completion of this qualification, learners may wish to continue their development by undertaking one of the following qualifications: Highfield Level 2 Award in the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Highfield Level 2 Award in Risk Assessment Highfield Level 3 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace Useful websites www.highfieldabc.com (Highfield Qualifications) www.highfieldabc.ae (HABC MEA) www.highfield.co.uk (Highfield International) www.hse.gov.uk (Health and Safety Executive) Recommended training materials The following resources have been reviewed by Highfield Qualifications and are recommended training materials for users of this qualification. A Question of Health & Safety (Level 2), Sprenger, Christian M.R. Highfield International The Health and Safety Handbook (Level 2), Sprenger, Christian M.R. Highfield International Level 2 Health & Safety E-learning, Highfield International Level 2 Award in Health and Safety, Digital Download PowerPoint, Trasler, K: Fisher, I. Highfield International Level 2 Interactive Health and Safety Training Package, Sprenger, Christian M.R. Highfield International Health & Safety 4U DVD, Highfield International Level 2 Health & Safety Challenge DVD, Sprenger, Christian M.R. Highfield International Cards4Safety Level 2 Health and Safety, Highfield International Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) V1.4 6
Appendix 1: Qualification structure To complete the Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) learners must complete the following mandatory unit: Unit reference Unit title Level Credit L/615/5244 Health and Safety within the Workplace 2 1 Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) V1.4 7
Appendix 2: All Units Unit 1: Health and Safety within the Workplace Unit number: L/615/5244 Credit: 1 GLH: 6 Level: 2 Learning Outcomes The learner will 1. Understand roles and duties for health, safety and welfare in the workplace 2. Understand the process of risk assessment 3. Understand how risk assessments improve health and safety at work 4. Know the procedures for responding to accidents, near misses and ill-health in the workplace Assessment Criteria The learner can 1.1 Describe employer s duties relating to health, safety and welfare at work 1.2 Describe employee s duties relating to health, safety and welfare at work 1.3 Outline the benefits of good health and safety in the workplace 2.1 Define the terms hazard, risk, accident, near miss and risk assessment 2.2 Describe the steps involved in a risk assessment 3.1 Explain the common hazards and effects of workplace accidents, near misses and ill health in the workplace 3.2 Describe how risk assessment can reduce accidents, near misses and ill health 3.3 Describe examples of risk controls for common workplace hazards 4.1 Identify procedures that should be in place for dealing with emergencies 4.2 Outline why it is important to record all accidents, near misses and ill health occurrences Additional assessment guidance/requirements This section of the specification provides further details on any additional assessment guidance/requirements to consistently provide valid, reliable and comparable assessments. Employers duties: a) Providing, so far as is reasonably practicable a safe place to work b) Provide information, instruction, training and supervision c) Provide adequate welfare facilities d) Ensure safe access and egress e) Provide equipment and PPE which is suitable and fit for purpose f) Ensure policies and procedures are o in place, o reviewed, and o updated Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) V1.4 8
Employees duties: a) Duty of care b) Must follow the instructions, guidance and training given by their employer including on equipment c) Must not interfere with equipment provided for H&S d) Must report and record; o hazards that could cause a risk o accidents o near misses, and o diseases Benefits a) Economic b) Moral c) Duties or legal requirements Steps a) Identification of hazards and how they cause harm b) People at risk c) Evaluate d) Record e) Review Hazards a) Slips, trips and falls from height b) Ergonomics c) Manual handling d) Stress e) Hazardous materials f) Violence Effects a) Injury b) Illness c) Financial Loss d) Loss of Reputation Risk controls a) Good housekeeping b) Barriers and enclosures c) Safe lifting techniques and equipment d) Visual checks e) Safe storage of hazardous materials f) Design and layout of workstations g) Machine guards h) Personal protective Equipment i) Regular breaks/reporting procedures Emergencies a) First aid b) Accidents c) Evacuation procedures Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) V1.4 9
Appendix 3: Sample Assessment Material Sample questions: Multiple-choice 1 When using a ladder you notice a defect. What should you do? a) Report the defect when an enforcement officer visits the site b) Repair the defect c) Report the defect immediately d) Finish the job before reporting the defect 2 Using low voltage tools in the workplace will help to reduce the likelihood of: a) vibration white finger b) crush injuries c) electrocution d) hearing loss 3 Which of the following is most likely to cause work related ill health? a) Dermatitis b) Respiratory disease c) Musculoskeletal disorders d) Cancer Highfield Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF) V1.4 10